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January 18, 2023
PointsBet Clears Responsible Gambling Council Accreditation
The distinction is awarded to both PointsBet USA and PointsBet Canada, and it’s granted under the RG Check program which is run by the Council. PointsBet USA and Canada Win RGC Accreditation Essentially, the Council is a leading global body that focuses on responsible gambling and acts independently from the gambling industry in issuing accreditations […]
Industry
January 18, 2023
GAN’s Coolbet Expanded to Ten Markets via Launch in Mexico
Provider of B2B online gaming technology and B2C online betting and gaming, GAN, announced its Coolbet brand is now available in the regulated Mexican market. Slow and Steady Growth The launch of GAN’s Coolbet in Mexico made the Latin American country the tenth regulated jurisdiction where the brand acquired by GAN in January 2021 is […]
Industry
January 17, 2023
IMG Designates Horta as DACH SVP and MD
IMG, a global leader in sports events media, has expanded its team with a new addition. The company welcomed the experienced Alberto Horta as its new senior vice president and managing director for the DACH region (Austria, Germany and Switzerland). The new hire will join IMG’s Munich-based office and will work directly under Ross Hair, […]
Industry
January 17, 2023
ICE London 2023 to Return Bigger than Ever at ExCeL Centre
The hosts of the event, Clarion Gaming, announced Tuesday that this year’s edition of ICE London 2023, is set to run between February 7 and February 9. Previously, in 2020, ICE London set a record for using a net space of 49,690 square meters. However, the latest edition of the industry expo expands further, taking […]
Industry
January 17, 2023
Entain and McLaren F1 Launch Returnship Program
Entain and the McLaren F1 Team joined forces for a new campaign. As announced in 2022, the two companies will work together to inspire women to return to careers in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics). Entain and McLaren F1 to Inspire Women to Reignite their Careers The new initiative, called Returnship, seeks to bridge […]
Industry
January 17, 2023
JP Morgan: Macau Operators Already Profitable
They say one swallow doesn’t make a summer, so Macau has been very proactive to diversify its efforts in restoring the SAR to its previous status as one of the best tourist spots for gambling aficionados. Operators Profitable Again The investment bank’s analyst – DS Kim – provided a weekly update sharing numbers for the […]
Industry
January 17, 2023
Greentube Grabs Controlling Stake in Alteatec to Boost Its B2B Offer
This acquisition is executed through Greentube Austria, which will now be able to leverage the services and products offered by the company. Greentube to Drive Synergies with Alteatec’s Products Greentube will leverage Alteatec’s products and offer to enhance its own B2B capabilities and deliver a better and stronger overall iGaming management and technology experience through […]
Industry
January 17, 2023
Politician Blasts UK Gambling Commission Imposed Affordability Checks
The Racing Post reported that one parliamentary representative harshly criticized the betting industry regulatory body for forcing bookmakers to ask for customers’ private financial information to allow them to gamble. Shipley MP Opined the Gambling Commission Is Out of Control Customers are currently experiencing excessive and intrusive examinations of their financial situation and sources of […]
Industry
January 16, 2023
Review in the UK Estimated Cost of Gambling Harm to over £1B
A government publication in the UK has estimated that the direct financial cost from gambling harm to government and society in England was between £1.05 billion ($1.28 billion) and £1.77 billion ($2.16 billion) but it is likely higher due to the limited available data. 0.5% Struggling, 3.8% at Risk The review conducted by Public Health […]
Industry
January 16, 2023
Salsa Technology to Power Weebet with Localized Content
Salsa Technology, a LATAM-oriented provider and aggregator of iGaming solutions, has expanded its local reach through a new deal with the Brazilian platform provider Weebet. The agreement will help both companies augment their presence in the region. Salsa to Provide Weebet with a Vast Array of Content Under the deal, Weebet will receive access to […]